male AND female by Amanda Hein
Medium: Fabric and needlework floss
Size: 10 x 12 inches
Artist statement: “Many people look to the Bible to support their views. I agree with Rev. Bolz-Weber that the creation story in the Bible supports a non-binary view of gender identity. If that’s not good enough for you, the scientific evidence should convince you!”
Image description: A quote from Nadia Bolz-Weber’s book “Shameless” is stitched freehand on a handkerchief in rainbow pride colors: “Genesis says, ‘God created humankind in Gods image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.’ All human beings are made in the male and female (not male or female) image and likeness of God.” The fabric is stretched on a wooden fram wrapped with rainbow fabric. The piece is adorned with shiny gold beads.